NatSec Matters Podcast

🎙️ NatSec Matters 🎙️ Former CIA officer Glenn Corn breaks down how Bashar al-Assad’s rejection of diplomatic overtures—and a surprise HTS offensive—set the stage for the regime’s unraveling. 🎧 Listen ⬇️ Full Episode: https://lnkd.in/eEaS6Vi4

🎙️ NatSec Matters | The Turkish Tightrope with Glenn Corn In this clip, former CIA senior executive Glenn C. explains why Turkish President Erdoğan’s position on the Russia-Ukraine war was far more pro-Ukrainian than many realize—from defense deals and drone support to symbolic defiance of Moscow—all while absorbing economic retaliation from Russia. 🎧 Listen to the clip and full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eEaS6Vi4

What would a sustainable U.S. counter-ISIS strategy in Syria look like? On this week’s episode of NatSec Matters, host Michael Allen speaks with former CIA Senior Executive Glenn C. about the evolving dynamics in Syria, Turkey’s influence in Damascus, and the future of Kurdish forces in the region. In this clip, Glenn offers a potential path forward: a U.S.-Turkey agreement on anti-ISIS operations that preserves Kurdish autonomy within a unified Syrian military structure. 🎧 Listen to The Turkish Tightrope: https://lnkd.in/eEaS6Vi4

Is Turkey an ally—or a wildcard? In the latest episode of #NatSecMatters, host Michael Allen sits down with Glenn Corn, a former CIA senior executive and foreign policy expert, to unpack Turkey’s complex role in today’s geopolitical landscape. They discuss Ankara’s balancing act between Moscow and Washington, its evolving role in the conflicts in Syria and Ukraine, and what Turkey’s actions reveal about the future of the Kurds, Hezbollah, and Iran. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eEaS6Vi4 cc: Glenn C., The Cipher Brief, Institute of World Politics, Beacon Global Strategies

“Zelenskyy said he’s fine with carrots—provided they’re poisoned.” On the latest episode of #NatSecMatters, BGS Managing Director Michael Allen sits down with Peter Rough, Senior Fellow at Hudson Institute, to explore whether the U.S. is shifting from pressure to persuasion in its approach to ending the war in Ukraine. Peter breaks down what a new “strategic relationship” with Russia could look like—and the risks of sidelining sticks in favor of carrots. 🎧 Full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eGV-dc5e

🇺🇦 What’s the state of play in Ukraine? On the latest episode of #NatSecMatters, BGS Managing Director Michael Allen speaks with Peter Rough, Senior Fellow at Hudson Institute, following his recent trip to Kyiv. In this clip, Peter shares key takeaways on Ukraine’s military posture, the stability of the front lines, and why the real momentum may now lie in the political and diplomatic arena. 🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/eGV-dc5e

Trump, Ukraine, and the Ceasefire Gamble What would a peace deal look like—and what could it mean for Ukraine’s future? In the latest episode of #NatSecMatters, BGS Managing Director Michael Allen speaks with Hudson Institute Senior Fellow Peter Rough about the current push for a ceasefire. They explore whether the U.S. strategy is shifting toward offering Russia more "carrots" than "sticks," and how Ukraine is weighing tough choices on aid, manpower, and security guarantees. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eGV-dc5e

🎙️ New name, same mission. We’re excited to announce that our podcast "Intelligence Matters" is now "NatSec Matters"—a new name that reflects our broader focus on the full spectrum of national security challenges. As host Michael Allen shares in our latest episode, we remain committed to delivering insightful, informed conversations on the issues shaping global security. 🎧 Tune in to this week's episode to hear Michael's full message: https://lnkd.in/eGV-dc5e

“We need resilience at home.” On the latest episode of #NatSecMatters, sanctions expert and author Eddie Fishman breaks down why the U.S. must move beyond rhetoric and begin phased, realistic decoupling from China—including tightening supply chains with allies. He warns that without preparation, the U.S. could be economically paralyzed in the event of a Taiwan crisis. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/ee_FSTqc

“Russia’s economy is in a very bad place.” On the latest episode of #IntelligenceMatters, sanctions expert Eddie Fishman breaks down the toll U.S. and allied sanctions are taking on Russia’s economy—from near-zero growth and soaring inflation to an overreliance on military spending. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation with Michael Allen: https://lnkd.in/ee_FSTqc